The Paradox of Self-Sabotage and How it Holds us Back
Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of behaviour that seems to contradict your happiness and well-being, even when you consciously want things to be different? One minute you are o
Why Friendships Matter (And How to Maintain Yours)
“Connection is why we’re here. We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering.” ―&nb
Healing Your Anxious Attachment Style: 10 Tools for Growth
Can an anxious attachment style be healed? This is the main question I hear from clients who are struggling to shift repeated patterns in their relationships. They are tired of fee
How You View Yourself is How you View the World: The truth About Self-Esteem
Everything that happens to you is a reflection of what you believe about yourself. We cannot outperform our level of self-esteem. We cannot draw to ourselves more than we think we
Fat Phobia:The Persistent Shadow in Our Society and Its Toll on Mental Health
“It was funny, she thought, that people treated her flesh like a public resource, a reservoir for all their insecurities and emotional dysfunction, when it was she who had their
Loneliness: The Silent Epidemic Outpacing Smoking in Its Toll on Health
We live in an age where digital connections often outnumber face-to-face interactions, and it’s not about to get better. Our kids have grown up not talking to each other face
How’s Your Sense of Worthiness?
Have you ever paused to wonder why you don’t go after the things you want most in life? Why you hold back and accept less? This may be tied to your sense of worthiness. From
Unwrapping Body Positivity: A Christmas Survival Guide for Self-Love
Christmas is often seen as a vibrant and fun time of the year. However, for many individuals, the holiday season brings with it a number of triggers that impact our mental health.
Understanding Burnout: Recognition, Causes, and Recovery
Burnout in Western society is alarmingly prevalent. It is a consequence of a culture that often values productivity and success above health and well-being. This relentless push is
Body Image and Mental Health: Challenging Societal Norms, Fostering Self Love
The issue of body image shows up in my counselling room daily. It’s not the pain point that usually brings clients in, but it is one we more often than not uncover over the c
